Police evacuate street over reports of 'suspicious device' in residential property in Sheffield
Police are evacuating residents after receiving reports about a ‘suspicious device’ in Sheffield this morning.
A 100m cordon is currently in place around Washington Road in the Sharrow area of Sheffield after receiving reports of a ‘suspicious device’ within a residential property.
It is understood police, ambulances and the fire service are all on the scene as emergency services respond.
There are a number of blocks of flats along the street, as well as a commercial area.
People are being advised to avoid the area as investigations continue.
A Sheffield South West neighbourhood policing team spokesperson said: “We are currently responding to an incident at a residential property on Washington Road, Sheffield. It follows reports that there may be a suspicious device within the property.
“Emergency services are in attendance and a 100m cordon has been put in place as a precaution. Members of the public are asked to avoid the area.
“Further updates will be published here as soon as they are available.”
South Yorkshire Police have been contacted for more information.
More to follow.